2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 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 Dodge Hemi Super 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP) has 179 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. (353 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 207 kg more than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. (536 Nm). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Hemi Super 8 | 612 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 532 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2960 mm |
