2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 2000 Opel Frontera. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 612 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
