1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1995 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 1995 Ferrari F355 and 1995 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1995 Fiat Punto. 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, 1995 Fiat Punto, 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) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F355 | 1995 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | F355 | Punto |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1106 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 83 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |