1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 194 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F355 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
