1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 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 275 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F355 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | F355 | 356 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 52 L |