1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 9 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 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Ferrari 360. (400 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360. 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) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (375 Nm). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 456 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
