2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 441 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
| Model | 612 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5746 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
