2010 Ferrari 458 Italia vs. 2011 Ferrari 599

To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Ferrari 458 Italia 2011 Ferrari 599
Make Ferrari Ferrari
Model 458 Italia 599
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4500 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 570 HP 611 HP
Engine RPM 9000 RPM 9000 RPM
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 9000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1688 kg
Vehicle Length 4526 mm 4666 mm
Vehicle Width 1938 mm 1961 mm
Vehicle Height 1214 mm 1336 mm
Wheelbase Size 2649 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 105 L


 

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