2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (351 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 612 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 67 L |
