1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 555 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 456M | Galant |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
