1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri 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 236 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F355 | 1984 Ford Capri | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F355 | Capri |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 221 Nm |
Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |