1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 624 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 724 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (235 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F399 | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F399 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |
