2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2003 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac G6 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 229 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac G6. (286 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 339 kg more than 2003 Pontiac G6. 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, 2003 Pontiac G6, 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) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac G6. (369 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 2003 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 612 | G6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 369 Nm |
| 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 | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2950 mm |
