1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1982 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1982 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ferrari 456 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 1992 Ferrari 456. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Innocenti 990, 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 1982 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Innocenti |
| Model | 456 | 990 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 40 L |
