1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F399. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F399 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (320 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 792 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | F399 | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |