2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1959 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari 612 | 1959 Seat 600 | |
Make | Ferrari | Seat |
Model | 612 | 600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2010 mm |