1984 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. (321 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | Lancia 037 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
