2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari F550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari F550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari F550 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (300 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F550 | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
