2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 550 | F355 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |