1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 13 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 223 more horse power than 2009 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 724 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Flex 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, 2009 Ford Flex 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex. 2009 Ford Flex 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. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 2009 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Flex |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |
