1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 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 275 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | F355 | GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
