1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1991 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 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | SZ | 550 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
