2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood 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 376 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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 (597 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (258 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 550 | Kingswood |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 258 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |