1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1982 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Tagora 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 261 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1982 Talbot Tagora. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1982 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
| Model | F355 | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 40 L |
