1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Delta 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 294 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta. 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 Lancia Delta, 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | F355 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
