1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1980 Opel Commodore. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | F355 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
