1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, both 1999 Ferrari F355 and 1999 Mitsubishi Verada were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 199 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada, 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1999 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F355 | Verada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
