1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1994 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. 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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1994 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 2400 | F355 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 295 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 | 1056 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 82 L |