1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 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 235 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 894 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | F355 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
