2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 360 | F355 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 294 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 | 1344 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
