2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT

To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 120 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 412 GT.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ferrari 599 1985 Ferrari 412 GT
Make Ferrari Ferrari
Model 599 412 GT
Year Released 2009 1985
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 612 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 608 Nm 451 Nm
Torque RPM 5600 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1765 kg 1885 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 105 L 120 L


 

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