1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 294 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (391 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (373 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355. 2008 Ford Falcon 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. 2008 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2838 mm |
