2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 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 325 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 371 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. 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, 2012 Honda Accord, 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 612 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 612 | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 515 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |