2007 Ferrari 612 vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 612 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tiburon 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 389 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 508 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 2007 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2007 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari 612 | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 612 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 55 L |
