2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1983 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Reliant Scimitar 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 352 more horse power than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. 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 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Reliant Scimitar. 1983 Reliant Scimitar 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. 1983 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1983 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
Model | 550 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 68.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |