1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Blizzard 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 418 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 550 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2030 mm |
