1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 1974 Renault Siete
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault Siete 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 436 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 874 kg more than 1974 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Renault Siete, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 1974 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 550 | Siete |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
