2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Thesis 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 393 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
Because 2006 Ferrari 612 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 612 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 22.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |
