2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1995 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 199 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F355.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1995 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Lumina | F355 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |