2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2008 TVR T 350
To start off, 2008 TVR T 350 is newer by 8 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 133 more horse power than 2008 TVR T 350. (345 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 TVR T 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 TVR T 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR T 350. (392 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 2008 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Ferrari | TVR |
Model | 550 | T 350 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |