2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari 612 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 373 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 601 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus. 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, 2012 Ford Focus, 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 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 612 | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 612 | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1324 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 47 L |