2008 Ferrari 599 vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari 599. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari 599 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 612 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 599.
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, both vehicles can yield 608 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 599 | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 599 | 599 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.3 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 105 L |
