2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1997 Acura RL
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura RL 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 310 more horse power than 1997 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1997 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura RL, 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1997 Acura RL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Acura |
| Model | 612 | RL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 50 L |
