2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 2008 Ferrari 612 and 2008 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 477 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera. 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, 2008 Nissan Primera, 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ferrari 612 | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 612 | Primera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 587 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 62 L |