1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 17 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 351 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Ferrari 550 | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 550 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 58 L |