2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 10 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 317 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC.
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, 2010 Scion tC, 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 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Scion |
| Model | 550 | tC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
