2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 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 298 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari F550 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari F550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (440 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari F550 | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
Model | F550 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 440 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |