2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello 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 104 more horse power than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. 2008 Ferrari 599 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ferrari 599 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 575M Maranello | 599 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.7 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 105 L |
