2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Ferrari Maranello.
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 Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari Maranello | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
Model | Maranello | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |