1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2005 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 39 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 250 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 664 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2005 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
Model | 500 Superfast | VX220 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |