1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon 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 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 272 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 167 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 2005 Mazda Marathon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F355 | Marathon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2260 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 10 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1517 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |
