2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2012 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 741 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 612.
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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Yukon. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Yukon. 2012 GMC Yukon 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. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 612 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 95 L |
