2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1963 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Plymouth Valiant 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 385 more horse power than 1963 Plymouth Valiant. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1963 Plymouth Valiant.
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 | 1963 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
| Model | 550 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
