2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 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 439 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 70 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, 2009 Fiat Stilo, 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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 612 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 58 L |
