1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 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 349 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 519 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ferrari 456M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ferrari 456M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 456M | 400 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2560 mm |
