2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2003 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman 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 225 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (316 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 410 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman. 2003 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2006 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2006 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari 612 | 2003 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 612 | Statesman |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 5667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2950 mm |