2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 7 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 313 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | F550 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
