1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 590 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 1004 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F399. (373 Nm). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F399.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F399 | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | F399 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2960 mm |
