1964 Abarth 700 vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 700 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 313 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1964 Abarth 700. 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 700 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
