2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, 2006 Saleen S7 is newer by 6 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2000 Ferrari 550. (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ferrari 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 398 kg more than 2006 Saleen S7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari 550. (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Ferrari | Saleen |
Model | 550 | S7 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2692 mm |