1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 1979 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph Dolomite 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 319 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 1979 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | F355 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 56 L |
