1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 304 more horse power than 1999 Ferrari F355. (396 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1999 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Pagani Huayra.
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 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (373 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pagani |
| Model | F355 | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2795 mm |
