1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | F355 | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
