1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 7 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350. 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F355 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 110 L |