2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 5 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 400 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 733 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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, 2008 Ford Focus, 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 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2003 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 612 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5746 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
