1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 12 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 614 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 968 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
Because 1999 Ferrari F399 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Ferrari F399. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F399 | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F399 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 58 L |
