1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica 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 628 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Celica. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 484 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 Toyota Celica, 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F399 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | F399 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 61 L |
