1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 15 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 295 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355. 2013 Ford E-Series 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. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 25 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 150 L |
