2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2013 Bentley Mulsane
To start off, 2013 Bentley Mulsane is newer by 10 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 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Mulsane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2013 Bentley Mulsane. (505 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2013 Bentley Mulsane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Mulsane weights approximately 745 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, 2013 Bentley Mulsane (1,020 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 612. (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Mulsane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 612. 2013 Bentley Mulsane 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. 2013 Bentley Mulsane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 612 | 2013 Bentley Mulsane | |
Make | Ferrari | Bentley |
Model | 612 | Mulsane |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5747 cc | 6752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 532 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 1020 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2208 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3266 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 96 L |