1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F355 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1590 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |
