1961 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F399 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 669 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 564 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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.
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1961 Chevrolet Corvair | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvair | F399 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2368 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 110 L |