1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 9 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 265 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | F355 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
