1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1999 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355. 2003 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F355 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1840 kg |
