1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 1985 Porsche 924
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 924 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 600 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 924. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 924 weights approximately 611 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 924. (195 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 924. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ferrari F399 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F399 | 1985 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F399 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 1217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
