2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 7 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Ferrari F355. (396 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1999 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (373 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | SSR | F355 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
