1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter 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 277 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F355 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
