1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1964 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1964 Maserati 5000 GT. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati 5000 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F355.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 1964 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | F355 | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
