Ferrari F355 | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Ferrari |
Also called | Ferrari 355 F1 |
Production | May 1994–1999 |
Model years | 1995–1999 |
Assembly | Maranello, Italy |
Designer | Maurizio Corbi at Pininfarina[1] |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Sports car (S) |
Body style |
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Layout | Longitudinal, Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel drive |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 3.5-litre 5V F129 B/C V8 |
Transmission |
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Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,451 mm (96.5 in) |
Length | 4,249 mm (167.3 in) |
Width | 1,900 mm (75 in) |
Height | 1,171 mm (46.1 in) |
Kerb weight | 1,483–1,497 kg (3,270–3,300 lb) |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | Ferrari 348 |
Successor | Ferrari 360 |
The Ferrari F355 (Type F129) is a sports car manufactured by Italian car manufacturer Ferrari produced from May 1994 until 1999. The car is a heavily revised Ferrari 348 with notable exterior and performance changes. The F355 was succeeded by the all-new Ferrari 360 in 1999.
Design emphasis for the F355 was placed on significantly improved performance, as well as drivability across a wider range of speeds and in different environments (such as low-speed city traffic).[3]