2002 Ferrari 550 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 550.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari 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, 2002 Ferrari 550 (570 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari. 2002 Ferrari 550 has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ferrari 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 550 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tata |
| Model | 550 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
