1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1998 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 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 130 more horse power than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 456 | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Ferrari | Venturi |
Model | 456 | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |