2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 2009 Opel Insignia

To start off, both 2009 Ferrari 612 and 2009 Opel Insignia were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 212 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (321 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.

Because 2009 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia. 2009 Opel Insignia 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. 2009 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ferrari 612 2009 Opel Insignia
Make Ferrari Opel
Model 612 Insignia
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5748 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 533 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 589 Nm 435 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2737 mm


 

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