1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Taurus weights approximately 501 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F399 | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F399 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 76 L |
