1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 270 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti. 1987 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Avanti | Ferrari |
| Model | Avanti | F355 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |
