1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 10 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 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (209 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1298 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (360 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | F355 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
