1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo 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 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ferrari F355 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
