2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1970 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia 2000 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 362 more horse power than 1970 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1970 Lancia 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 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 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Lancia 2000, 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1970 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 550 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
