2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1991 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Century 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 380 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1991 Toyota Century. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Century. 1991 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 612 | 1991 Toyota Century | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 612 | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |