2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2003 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2003 GAZ 3111. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 2003 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | 612 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
