2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda 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 482 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 612 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 30 L |
