2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 2002 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 620 kg more than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Berlingo | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Berlingo | 355 Spider |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
