2004 Ferrari 612 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 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 214 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (319 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. 2004 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 612 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1377 mm |
