2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 1975 Tatra T613
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1975 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1975 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1975 Tatra T613. 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 1975 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tatra |
| Model | 612 | T613 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2990 mm |
