2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus 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 389 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. 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, 2000 Ford Focus, 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 612 | 2000 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 612 | Focus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5747 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 532 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |