2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 612 | 1987 Ferrari 412 GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 612 | 412 GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 120 L |