2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1957 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 255 S. (208 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 255 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 255 S. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1957 Ferrari 255 S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 550 | 255 S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2260 mm |
