2007 Acura TSX vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 11 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TSX.
Because 1996 Ferrari F355 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 1996 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX, 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | TSX | F355 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
