1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR 390. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR 390 would be higher. At 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1985 TVR 390. (275 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1985 TVR 390. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1985 TVR 390. 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, 1985 TVR 390 (367 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1985 TVR 390 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1985 TVR 390 | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | F355 | 390 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.1 mm |
| 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 | 1107 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
