1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Porsche Cayman. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 5 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 (373 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F355 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
