1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 439 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Ferrari | Scion |
Model | 355 Spider | FR-S |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 205 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |