1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Isis would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1957 Morris Isis. 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 1957 Morris Isis | |
Make | Ferrari | Morris |
Model | F355 | Isis |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |