1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT 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 318 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1968 Opel GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | F355 | GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 61 mm |
| 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 | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 44 L |
