2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2001 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2001 Lada Samara II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 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 411 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2001 Lada Samara II. 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, 2001 Lada Samara II, 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 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2001 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | 550 | Samara II |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
