2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 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 165 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. (376 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. 2003 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 612 | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5746 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
