2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Ferrari Maranello. (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ferrari Maranello. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Ferrari Maranello. 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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 612. (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 612.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Maranello | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Maranello | 612 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 509 HP | 532 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 108 L |
