1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate 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 (380 HP) has 265 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. 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 (364 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Graduate | F355 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 380 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
