2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1999 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi Atlantique 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 235 more horse power than 1999 Venturi Atlantique. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1999 Venturi Atlantique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Venturi Atlantique. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 612 | 1999 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Ferrari | Venturi |
Model | 612 | Atlantique |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5746 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1190 mm |