1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 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 667 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Smart |
| Model | F399 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 33 L |
