2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 360 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 436 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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 (589 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 612 | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 76 L |
