1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 9 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 303 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 365 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 550.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 550 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
Model | 550 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |