1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 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 362 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo. 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, 1999 Seat Toledo, 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 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo. 1999 Seat Toledo 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. 1999 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 550 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ferrari | Seat |
Model | 550 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |