1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Explorer weights approximately 360 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F399. (373 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F399.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F399 | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F399 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 85 L |
