1991 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1997 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355. 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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 512 TR | F355 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
