2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina 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 427 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina, 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 612 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 612 | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 59 L |