2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic 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 335 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (198 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. 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, 2006 Honda Civic, 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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 612 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 50 L |
