2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 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 356 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146, 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 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 550 | 146 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
