2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 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 135 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari F355. (380 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355. 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) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355. 2005 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F355 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 | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 612 | F355 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 515 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 364 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |