1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 1971 Zastava 1300

To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Zastava 1300 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) has 432 more horse power than 1971 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1971 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1971 Zastava 1300. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Zastava 1300.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Ferrari 550 1971 Zastava 1300
Make Ferrari Zastava
Model 550 1300
Year Released 1996 1971
Engine Size 5474 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 485 HP 53 HP
Torque 568 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2430 mm


 

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