2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1980 Ferrari 312
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Ferrari 550. (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ferrari 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 312.
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 | 1980 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 550 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 12300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
