2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2002 Honda Insight

To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Insight 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 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. 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, 2002 Honda Insight, 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 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ferrari 612 2002 Honda Insight
Make Ferrari Honda
Model 612 Insight
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5748 cc 994 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 541 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 589 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2410 mm


 

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