Ferrari F355 Berlinetta (1994–1999): Full Specs, Performance, Dimensions, and Features
Discover everything about the Ferrari F355 Berlinetta. Unveiled at the 1994 Geneva Show, this mid-engine V8 revolutionised Ferrari’s sports cars with a 5-valve-per-cylinder engine, electronically controlled suspension, and near-300 km/h top speed—setting a benchmark in its class.
Overview
Assembly: Maranello, Italy
Body style: 2-door coupé (Berlinetta)
Class: Sports car (S)
Designer: Pininfarina
Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
Manufacturer: Ferrari
Production: 1994–1999; 3,829 units
Aerodynamics
Underbody tray: Full-length for balanced downforce
Cd (drag coefficient): ~0.32
Dimensions and Weight
Curb weight: 1,350 kg (2,976 lb)
Fuel tank: 82 L (21.7 US gal)
Height: 1,170 mm (46.1 in)
Length: 4,250 mm (167.3 in)
Wheelbase: 2,450 mm (96.5 in)
Width: 1,900 mm (74.8 in)
Engine
Bore × stroke: 85 × 77 mm (3.35 × 3.03 in)
Compression ratio: 11.0 : 1
Configuration: 3.5 L (3,495 cc) Tipo F129B V8, 90°, 5 valves/cylinder, dry sump
Maximum power: 380 PS (375 hp; 279 kW) at 8,250 rpm
Power per litre: 109 hp /L
Torque: 363 Nm (268 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm
Transmission: 6-speed manual (rod-actuated), optionally 6-speed F1 gearbox from 1997
Performance
0–100 km/h (0–62 mph): 4.7 seconds
Top speed: ~295 km/h (183 mph)
0–400 m (¼ mile): 12.9 seconds
0–1,000 m: 23.7 seconds
Wheels and Braking
Brakes: Vented discs front/rear with ABS (optional removal)
Front tires: 225/40 ZR18; Rear tires: 265/40 ZR18
Steering: Rack-and-pinion, power-assisted (optional manual)
Suspension: Independent double wishbones all-round, electronically adjustable dampers
Wheels: 18″ magnesium, optional forged alloy
Production and Series History
Approximately 4,871 Berlinetta units were produced. Two notable factory upgrades were offered:
Fiorano Handling Pack (1999)
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Included uprated springs, anti-roll bars, lowered ride height, quick steering rack, drilled brake discs, and Challenge EVO‑derived suspension software.
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Less than 2% of production had this optioned and only 0.3% were manual
F1 Paddle Shift (1997 onwards)
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Introduced Ferrari’s first electro-hydraulic paddle-shift gearbox in a road car.
- 1,042 cars were equipped with the F1-transmission
Related
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Ferrari F355 Spider: Convertible variant sharing chassis and engine
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Ferrari 360 Modena: Successor mid-engine V8 sports car
