2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1998 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Scorpio 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 414 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1998 Ford Scorpio. 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1998 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 612 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
