2008 Ferrari 599 vs. 2004 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Ferrari 599. (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ferrari 599. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2004 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari 599. (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari 599.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 599 | 2004 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotec |
| Model | 599 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 844 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1150 mm |
