1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1997 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 190 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355. 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F355 | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
