1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari F355. (380 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 512 TR | F355 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| 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 | 1770 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 |
