1999 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1999 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Malibu and 1999 Ferrari Maranello were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 259 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ferrari Maranello 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 Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Malibu, 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. 1999 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Malibu | 1999 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Malibu | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 114 L |
