1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1980 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Crown 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 274 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1980 Toyota Crown. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1980 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F355 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
