1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 560 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 984 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ferrari F399 (373 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro 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:
| 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Camaro | F399 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
