1999 Ferrari 360 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Ferrari 360. (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Ferrari 360. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari 360 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 360 | 550 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3588 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 95 L |