1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera 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 329 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | Spider Riviera | F355 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |