1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF 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 226 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 200 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF. 1967 Alvis TF has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Alvis TF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1967 Alvis TF | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alvis |
| Model | F355 | TF |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
