1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (373 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
Model | 3000 | F355 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 373 Nm |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |