1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Singer Gazelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Singer Gazelle 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 323 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1961 Singer Gazelle. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Singer |
| Model | F355 | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
