1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1994 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
Model | F355 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |