2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 4 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 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Ferrari 612. (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 2003 Ferrari 612. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano.
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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 612. (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 612.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 612 | 599 GTB Fiorano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 105 L |
