1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1998 Fiat Duna
To start off, both 1998 Ferrari F355 and 1998 Fiat Duna were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ferrari F355 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 1998 Fiat Duna | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | F355 | Duna |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |