2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2009 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2009 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 589 more horse power than 2005 Ferrari 612. (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ferrari 612. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 464 kg more than 2009 Zenvo ST1.
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, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 862 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari 612. (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari 612. 2005 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 2009 Zenvo ST1 has manual transmission. 2009 Zenvo ST1 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 | 2009 Zenvo ST1 | |
Make | Ferrari | Zenvo |
Model | 612 | ST1 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 515 HP | 1104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 1430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2041 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1198 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3055 mm |