1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Meriva

To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 584 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.

Because 1999 Ferrari F50 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 1999 Ferrari F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Meriva, 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva.

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1999 Ferrari F50 2005 Vauxhall Meriva
Make Ferrari Vauxhall
Model F50 Meriva
Year Released 1999 2005
Body Type Roadster Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4698 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 671 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 10497 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 521 Nm 138 Nm
Torque RPM 8000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1275 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2640 mm