1991 Chevrolet SS vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet SS 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) has 367 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet SS. (245 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet SS.
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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet SS. (468 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet SS | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | SS | 599 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 612 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
