1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 577 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 383 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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 F50 (520 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saturn |
| Model | F50 | Sky |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 61 L |
