1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1969 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1969 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1969 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1969 ZAZ 966. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1969 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Ferrari | ZAZ |
| Model | F355 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |
