2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste 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) has 411 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. 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 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
Model | 550 | Celeste |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1410 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 597 Nm | 118 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |