1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ 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 277 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | SZ | 550 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
