1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 256 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. 1994 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 46 L |
