1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 1966 Ferrari 275
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 275. (296 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 275. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 275. 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 275. (294 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 275.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 1966 Ferrari 275 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 550 | 275 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 133 L |
