1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1971 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ginetta G21 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 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1971 Ginetta G21. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 613 kg more than 1971 Ginetta G21. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ginetta G21. (123 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 1971 Ginetta G21 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ginetta |
Model | F355 | G21 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |