1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 7 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 374 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 550 | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.5 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 | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |
