2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi 400 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 138 more horse power than 1999 Venturi 400. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1999 Venturi 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Venturi 400. (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Venturi 400.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 612 | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Ferrari | Venturi |
Model | 612 | 400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |