1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1967 TVR Tuscan. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1967 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1967 TVR Tuscan. 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, 1967 TVR Tuscan (426 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1967 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1967 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | F355 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1030 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 71 L |
