2008 Ferrari 599 vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GAZ 3111 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 444 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (168 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 GAZ 3111. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 599 | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | 599 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3380 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
