1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Galant 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 302 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F355 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
