2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari 612 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 380 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 835 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 612 | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 83 L |
