1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 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 197 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 440 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza. 2013 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F355 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |
