2009 Acura RL vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F399. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F399 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari F399. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (373 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | RL | F399 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 110 L |
