1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,943 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (143 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
