2003 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1982 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 375 kg more than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Maranello | 1982 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
| Model | Maranello | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
