1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 13 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 151 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 906 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | F355 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
