2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Reliant Scimitar 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 408 more horse power than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
| Model | 612 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |
