1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1999 Proton Persona
To start off, both 1999 Ferrari F355 and 1999 Proton Persona were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1999 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Proton Persona. 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, 1999 Proton Persona, 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 (363 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Persona. (111 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F355 | 1999 Proton Persona | |
Make | Ferrari | Proton |
Model | F355 | Persona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 111 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 960 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |