1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | Lancia 037 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
