2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2000 Lada Samara
To start off, both 2000 Ferrari 550 and 2000 Lada Samara were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 409 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara. 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, 2000 Lada Samara, 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 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 2000 Lada Samara | |
Make | Ferrari | Lada |
Model | 550 | Samara |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 116 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 155 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 | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |