1966 Ferrari 275 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 275. (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 275. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 275. 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 275. (294 Nm). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 275.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 275 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 275 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 620 Nm |
| 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 Weight | 1175 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 105 L |
