1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 12 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (373 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | F355 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3310 mm |
