1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1999 Renault Avantime
To start off, both 1999 Ferrari F355 and 1999 Renault Avantime 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 288 more horse power than 1999 Renault Avantime. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Avantime weights approximately 165 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 Renault Avantime, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Avantime. (255 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F355 | 1999 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | F355 | Avantime |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 255 Nm |
Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1575 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |