1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona 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 317 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ferrari F355 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | F355 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |