2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 2009 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Ferrari 456M. (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 456M. 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 456M. (540 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari 456M | 2009 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 456M | 612 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 589 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 105 L |