Engine 8 cylinders in 90° V layout Bore and stroke 3.35 x 3.03 in Individual cylinder capacity 26.7 cu. in Total Displacement 213.3 cu. in Compression ratio 11:1 Maximum power output at 8250 rpm 375 bhp Peak torque at 6000 rpm 268 lb.ft Specific Power 109 HP/liter (SAE) Bosch static electronic ignition Bosch Motronic 2.7 injection Engine weight 370 lb	- F355 Berlinetta - F355 GTS - F355 Spider Chassis The Ferrari F355 adopts a stress-bearing frame of welded, variable section steel tubes plus a tubular sub-frame that holds the engine and suspension assemblies. The layout adopts the racing model format with a central stress-bearing shell to which the engine assembly and suspension are attached. The monocoque construction technology also involves the use of sophisticated laser welding techniques for the double-thickness sheet steel. This means that torsional and bending rigidity can be enhanced while reducing weight. The F355 was designed to the very highest active and passive safety standards imposed by the current worldwide legislation. The 21.7 US gal. fuel tank is in light alloy. The generous 375 bhp of the power unit and road grip available from the 18" tyres requires complicated finite element calculations as well as the simulation of behaviour in different load situations, achieving excellent values of torsional and flexional rigidity, weight and therefore high safety in all conditions of use.
The F355 F1 Presentation of the F355 with a Formula 1-type power train management, operated electronically using buttons located behind the steering wheel, constitutes for road cars what Mansell's 639 represented in Formula I racing. Produced in three versions - Berlinetta, GTS (with removable roof) and Spider -the F355 has been chosen for the introduction of the new system as it is the best-selling model in the current Ferrari range. The qualities that have led to the F355's success are a combination of its exceptional performance and ease-of-use. The F355 World Tour (40,000 kilometres in an F355 driven by more than 150 different journalists) has confirmed these characteristics. Just as a reminder, the essential features of the F355 are the following: 8-cylinder engine, 5 valves per cylinder, 3496 cc, 109 bhp/litre, with a very progressive power output, appropriate for granturismo road use or racing performance levels. 6-gear transmission plus reverse, single-plate dry clutch and self-locking segmented differential.
Chassis with very high torsion and flexion rigidity, so ensuring considerable stability of set-up parameters. Optimised aerodynamics over the whole surface of the vehicle (including the sixth face) with a response correlated to the various situations of use.
Electronically adjustable suspension with variations according to driving style and road surface conditions. Large disc brakes - Front 300 mm, thickness 28 mm Rear 310 mm, thickness 24 mm powerful and progressive action, with new generation Bosch ABS. Highly effective power steering in the sports driving style and effortlessly progressive in granturismo use. Cabin design with maximum attention paid to ergonomics for optimum control of the vehicle and the highest possible level of passenger comfort and safety. Unmistakable Ferrari silhouette designed by Pininfarina.
Top speed 183 mph 0-60 mph 4.6 s 0-1/4 mile 13 s 0-1 mile 31.8 s