2007 Ferrari 612 vs. 1981 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 612 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1981 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 592 kg more than 1981 Reliant SE6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ferrari 612 | 1981 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
Model | 612 | SE6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |