2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2008 Opel Corsa

To start off, both 2008 Ferrari 612 and 2008 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa. 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 Opel Corsa, 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ferrari 612 2008 Opel Corsa
Make Ferrari Opel
Model 612 Corsa
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 478 cc 1684 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 541 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 587 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 2300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 18.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 315 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.2 seconds 10.1 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 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 350 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Height 350 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 20.7 L/100km 4.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 105 L 44 L


 

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