1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 480 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ferrari 456. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 456 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 93 L |
