2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 12 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 610 kg more than 1997 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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Sprinter | F355 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2460 mm |
