1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2008 TVR T 440 R
To start off, 2008 TVR T 440 R is newer by 10 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 4,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 440 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 440 R (434 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 TVR T 440 R.
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, 2008 TVR T 440 R (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 440 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 2008 TVR T 440 R | |
Make | Ferrari | TVR |
Model | F355 | T 440 R |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 434 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |