2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford FPV BF 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 223 more horse power than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. (389 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 90 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 599 | FPV BF GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 68 L |
