1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Avanti Avanti | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Avanti | Ferrari |
Model | Avanti | F355 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 363 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |