1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 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 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1964 Seat 600. 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 (364 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | F355 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
