1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 35 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 35 | F355 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |