2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect

To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 12 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 342 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect, 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 2012 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ferrari 550 2012 Ford Transit Connect
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 550 Transit Connect
Year Released 2000 2012
Body Type Convertible Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5474 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 478 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 588 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 4-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1544 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4587 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 2014 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2911 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 58 L


 

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