1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 650 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari F399. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F399 | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
| Model | F399 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
