2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna

To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Magna 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 425 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 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 2009 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari 599 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Ferrari 599 2001 Mitsubishi Magna
Make Ferrari Mitsubishi
Model 599 Magna
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 2972 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 612 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 608 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 5600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1765 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2730 mm