1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1967 Fiat 125
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 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 286 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1967 Fiat 125 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F355 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
