1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2008 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 16 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 456. (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 456. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456. 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 456. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 456.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 456 | 2008 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 456 | 612 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 105 L |