2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1998 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 1998 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | F430 | F355 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4306 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |