2001 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ferrari |
| Model | Verada | 599 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
