2001 Acura CL vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL 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 316 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ferrari 612 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | CL | 612 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |