2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1986 Hyundai Excel
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Excel 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 397 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Hyundai Excel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1986 Hyundai Excel | |
Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
Model | 550 | Excel |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |