2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest 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 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 276 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Quest. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 203 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 612.
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, 2013 Nissan Quest, 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 612 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 76 L |
