1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 612 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 884 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
Because 1999 Ferrari F399 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 F399. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, 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 F399 (373 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F399 | 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | F399 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
