1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1957 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Trabant |
| Model | F355 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
