2004 Ferrari 612 vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 975 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500, 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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 612 | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 612 | 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |