1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1999 Ferrari F399 and 1999 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (240 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 864 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari F399. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (350 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | F399 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 62 L |
