1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1957 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Triumph TR3 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 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1957 Triumph TR3. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1957 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1957 Triumph TR3. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1957 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | F355 | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 29 L |
