1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1986 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Niva 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 320 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1986 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1986 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | F355 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
