2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 429 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Silverado | 550 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2590 mm |
