2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari 599. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari 599 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 217 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (395 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 599.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari 599. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 599 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
