1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 560 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 683 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Camaro | F50 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
