2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture, 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 612 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
