2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2001 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 456M 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 96 more horse power than 2001 Ferrari 456M. (436 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 456M. 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) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 456M. (540 Nm). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 612 | 2001 Ferrari 456M | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 612 | 456M |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5747 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 532 HP | 436 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 540 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 95 L |