1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2004 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 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 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 189 more horse power than 2004 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34. 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 2004 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ginetta |
| Model | F355 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1050 mm |
