1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1957 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1957 Ford Vedette. 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F355 | 1957 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F355 | Vedette |
Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |