1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 296 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (80 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | F355 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
