1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, both 1999 Ferrari F399 and 1999 Holden Astra were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 630 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Astra weights approximately 544 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, 1999 Holden Astra, 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 1999 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 1999 Holden Astra 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 | 1999 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | F399 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
