1957 Ferrari 801 F1 vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. (271 HP @ 8400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 801 F1 | 355 Spider |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
