2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 530 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 599.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado, 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Silverado | 599 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 105 L |
