1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2001 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2001 Porsche GT2 is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355. 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, 2001 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 2001 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F355 | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
