1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. (455 Nm). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 2001 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 456 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
