2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 612 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
