1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 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 358 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Trabant |
| Model | F355 | P 50 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2030 mm |
