2004 Ferrari 612 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 393 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 594 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. 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, 2011 Honda Civic, 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 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2004 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 612 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 612 | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1435 mm |