1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1955 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1955 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 1955 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F355 | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
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 | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 40 L |