2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 8 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2013 Ford Taurus. (284 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 67 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 612.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Taurus. (344 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 612 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 72 L |
