1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2001 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2001 Opel Speedster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 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 232 more horse power than 2001 Opel Speedster. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 402 kg more than 2001 Opel Speedster. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Speedster. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2001 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | F355 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 52 L |
