2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta 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 382 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1996 Lancia Delta. 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, 1996 Lancia Delta, 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 (597 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 550 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
