2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1997 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari Maranello 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 56 more horse power than 1997 Ferrari Maranello. (485 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ferrari Maranello. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari Maranello. (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari Maranello.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 1997 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 612 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 114 L |
