1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1966 Opel Rekord. 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | F355 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1110 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
