2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 9 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. 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, 2009 Lada Kalina, 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 477 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | 550 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
