1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1991 Ginetta G
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ginetta G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ginetta G would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1991 Ginetta G. (197 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ginetta G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ginetta G. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ginetta G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 1991 Ginetta G | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ginetta |
| Model | F355 | G |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
