1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett 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 302 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ferrari F355 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | F355 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 6.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |