1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1998 Vector M12
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1998 Vector M12. (484 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1998 Vector M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Vector M12 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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, 1998 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F50. (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM). This means 1998 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 1998 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vector |
| Model | F50 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |
