2008 Ferrari 599 vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz

To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 526 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. 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, 2005 Toyota Vitz, 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 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ferrari 599 2005 Toyota Vitz
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 599 Vitz
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 1296 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 612 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 608 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 105 L 42 L


 

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