1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 43 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 224 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 196 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Ferrari | Saturn |
Model | 500 Superfast | Sky |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |