1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1998 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1998 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ferrari F355 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (373 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1998 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F355 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
