1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 95 L |
