2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1972 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. 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 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari 612 | 1972 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 612 | 2000GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |