1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 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 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. 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) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | F355 | 2105 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
