1999 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ferrari 599 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 2012 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra, 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Opel | Ferrari |
| Model | Vectra | 599 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2751 mm |
