2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1972 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 1972 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1972 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1972 ZAZ 966. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 ZAZ 966. 2005 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1972 ZAZ 966 has manual transmission. 1972 ZAZ 966 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1972 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Ferrari | ZAZ |
| Model | 612 | 966 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 885 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2170 mm |
