2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2003 Ferrari 612 and 2003 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 359 more horse power than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. 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, 2003 Saab 03-Sep, 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. 2003 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ferrari 612 | 2003 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Ferrari | Saab |
Model | 612 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 532 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 61 L |