2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect

To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 351 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect, 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 2012 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2008 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2008 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ferrari 612 2012 Ford Transit Connect
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 612 Transit Connect
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type Coupe Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 478 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 541 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 587 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 4-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 1925 kg 1574 kg
Vehicle Length 350 mm 4587 mm
Vehicle Height 350 mm 2014 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2911 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 105 L 58 L


 

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