1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1991 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari 456M. (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 590 kg more than 1991 Ferrari F40.
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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 456M. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 456M. 1998 Ferrari 456M has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ferrari 456M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1991 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 456M | F40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 472 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 120 L |
