1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 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 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F355 | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | F355 | 993 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 341 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1420 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |