1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Galant 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 307 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1980 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (373 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F355 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
