1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 664 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 456M | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
