1993 Ferrari 456 vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2003 TVR Sagaris is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 TVR Sagaris. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Sagaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2003 TVR Sagaris. 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Sagaris. (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Sagaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 456 | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 456 | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| 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 | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 57 L |
