2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 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 301 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 2 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 612.
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, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (304 Nm). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 612 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5746 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
