1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1995 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F355 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
