1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Trabant P 601 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 353 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1967 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ferrari F355 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Trabant |
| Model | F355 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2030 mm |
