1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Titan. (313 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Because 2013 Nissan Titan 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, 2013 Nissan Titan 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355. 2013 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F355 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 106 L |
