1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ferrari 599 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari 599 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Celebrity | 599 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |