1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 1988 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Innocenti 990 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 434 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1988 Innocenti 990. 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, 1988 Innocenti 990, 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 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 1988 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Innocenti |
| Model | 550 | 990 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 993 cc |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2050 mm |
