1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen 1600 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 323 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | F355 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 40 L |
