1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Isis would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1956 Morris Isis. 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1956 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | F355 | Isis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
