1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2008 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2008 MG ZT-T is newer by 12 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 229 more horse power than 2008 MG ZT-T. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 MG ZT-T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT-T weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 550.
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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG ZT-T. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG ZT-T.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 550 | 2008 MG ZT-T | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | 550 | ZT-T |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 65 L |