1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1998 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 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 223 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (230 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1998 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 75 | F355 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |