2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima 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 366 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 68 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, 2005 Nissan Altima, 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) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (237 Nm). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 612 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 76 L |
