1999 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Ferrari F355

To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 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, 1999 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355.

Compare all specifications:

1999 AC Aceca 1996 Ferrari F355
Make AC Ferrari
Model Aceca F355
Year Released 1999 1996
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4600 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 377 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 8250 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 82 L


 

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