1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 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) has 327 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. 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 F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
Model | F355 | 311 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 363 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |