1989 Austin Montego vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Montego 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 665 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 504 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
Because 1999 Ferrari F399 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 1999 Ferrari F399. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego, 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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (373 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 1989 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1989 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ferrari F399 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Montego | F399 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
