2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 De Tomaso Guara | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Guara | F355 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
