1989 Ferrari Mythos vs. 2001 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mythos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mythos would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 395 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mythos | 2001 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Mythos | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 114 L |
