2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1998 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 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 165 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 10 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 1998 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 612 | F355 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 82 L |
