1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 8 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (373 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart ForTwo 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. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Smart |
| Model | F355 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1820 mm |
