2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Galant 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 389 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 550 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
