1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore 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 262 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore. 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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | F355 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1170 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
