1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 1999 Subaru Vivio
To start off, both 1999 Ferrari F399 and 1999 Subaru Vivio 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 707 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Vivio weights approximately 44 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 Subaru Vivio, 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Vivio. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Vivio has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Vivio 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 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | F399 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2320 mm |
