1991 Chevrolet SS vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet SS is newer by 25 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet SS. (245 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet SS.
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) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet SS. (468 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet SS | 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | SS | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
