1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1977 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Maverick 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 292 more horse power than 1977 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1977 Ford Maverick. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 1977 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
