1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1981 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1981 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 395 kg more than 1981 Reliant SE6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari Maranello | 1981 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
Model | Maranello | SE6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 479 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |