1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2000 Honda City
To start off, 2000 Honda City is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. 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 282 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Honda City. 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, 2000 Honda City, 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 2000 Honda City | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | F355 | City |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |