2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 125 more horse power than 2012 Porsche 911. (408 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 612 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 67 L |
