2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 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 426 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari F550 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | F550 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
