1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 13 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. (310 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (373 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355. 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2012 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Ferrari F355 | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | F355 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 443 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3099 mm |