1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Monza 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 262 more horse power than 1987 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Opel Monza. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1987 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | F355 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
