1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, both 1996 Ferrari 550 and 1996 Saturn SC were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 384 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1996 Saturn SC. 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, 1996 Saturn SC, 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC. 1996 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 550 | 1996 Saturn SC | |
Make | Ferrari | Saturn |
Model | 550 | SC |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |