1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 143 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Chevelle | 612 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 110 L |