1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1974 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355. 1974 Avanti Avanti 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. 1974 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Ferrari | Avanti |
Model | F355 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 442 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |