2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 539 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
Because 2006 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 2006 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac DeVille | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | DeVille | 612 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4570 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |