1998 Ferrari 355 TS vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 3,496 cc, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 TS weights approximately 840 kg more than 1959 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS (363 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 TS | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Trabant |
| Model | 355 TS | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 690 cc |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |
