2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture 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 @ 7250 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1997 Toyota Venture. 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, 1997 Toyota Venture, 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 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 612 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1810 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
