1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1998 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 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 221 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 606 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 1600 | 1998 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 1600 | F355 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2460 mm |