1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1972 Ford LTD
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 345 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, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355. 1972 Ford LTD 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. 1972 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1972 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | LTD |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3090 mm |
