1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, both 1999 Ferrari F355 and 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 247 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (250 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Ferrari F355 1999 Vauxhall Omega
Make Ferrari Vauxhall
Model F355 Omega
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3496 cc 2496 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 376 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 8250 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 250 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1675 kg
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2740 mm


 

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