1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 6 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. Both 1996 Ferrari 550 and 2002 Ferrari Rossa are equipped with a 5,474 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 485 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari Rossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 550 | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 114 L |
