2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 1988 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (534 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1988 Reliant Scimitar. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1988 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Reliant Scimitar. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 1988 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
| Model | 575 Superamerica | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 534 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2140 mm |
