FERRARI F355 SPIDER

The first Ferrari was an open bodied car. Convertible cars have always represented something special and irremissible for Enzo Ferrari and his firm. Since then we have built many spiders, each one with its own fascinating history. All Ferrari spiders combine the sports characteristics of the mechanics and the driving pleasure. The F 355 Spider increases this attitude by putting together the high performances of Berlinetta and GTS and the easiness of transformation, thanks to the opening and closing semiautomatic electronic system of the soft top. The features that determine the success of the F 355 are the same for  the Spider : 375 HP, 5 valves per cylinder, 4.7" 0/100 km/h, an excellent engine flexibility (torque 268 lb.ft), a 6-speed transmission gearbox, the hydraulic power steering, the electronic control of suspensions. These characteristics make this car really easy to drive in any condition. Designed by Pininfarina.

Bodywork
Two-seater Spider in aluminium and steel. The exterior styling has been guided by strict aerodynamic requirements including the underside to obtain the perfect balance of vertical forces (Cz).

Interior
The cockpit design emphasizes driving pleasure and safety. The F 355 Spider has comfortable, body-hugging seats upholstered in Connolly leather with electrically assisted movements. The car is equipped with double air-bag.

Chassis
Stress-bearing chassis with a tubular auxiliary spaceframe holding the engine and rear suspension. The suspension adopts unequal-length, non-parallel wishbones front and rear with springs and anti-roll bars; telescopic gas shock absorbers with electronic damping control, two selectable damping programs. Rack-and-pinion power assisted steering, manual steering available upon request. Self-ventilated disc brakes with cooling ducts, excludable ATE Abs system. 18" magnesium wheels

Power Train
Mid-rear longitudinal 90° V8, 213.3 cu.in., 375 HP, 109 bhp/litre engine. Four overhead camshafts, five valves per cylinder. Titanium connecting rods. Bosch M 2.7 engine management system. Dry sump lubrication system. Transverse six speed plus reverse gearbox in unit with the differential. Single plate dry clutch.

Dimensions and Weights

Length	167.3 in
Width	78.4 in
Height	46.1 in
Wheelbase	96.5 in
Front Track	59.6 in
Rear Track	63.6 in
Kerb Weight	2976 lb
Tubeless Radials	Front 225/40 ZR 18
	Rear 265/40 ZR 18
Light Alloy Tank	18 Imp. gal - 21.7 US gal.

Engine
8 Cylinders in 90° V Layout

Bore and Stroke	3.35 x 3.03 in
Unit Displacement	26.7 cu. in
Total Displacement	213.3 cu. in
Compression Ratio	11 : 1
Maximum Power	@ 8250 rpm 375 HP
Maximum Torque	@ 6000 rpm  268 lb. ft
Bosch Electronic Ignition
Bosch Motronic 2.7 Injection
Engine Weight	370 lb

Performances

Speed	183 mph
0-60mph	4.6"
0-¼ mile	13"
0-1 mile	31.8"