1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 16 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 195 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 397 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 550 | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
Model | 550 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 93 L |