1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1980 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Ford Falcon. 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 (373 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1980 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
