2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari Maranello 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 Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, 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 Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1985 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. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Ferrari Maranello | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
Model | Maranello | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |