1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1998 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (72 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 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:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1998 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | Bialbero | F355 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
