2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2005 Ferrari 612 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 241 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (292 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 612.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (456 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 612 | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 96 L |
