2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 8 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 272 more horse power than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (260 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 612.
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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 612 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 72 L |
