1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M 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 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 456M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 2008 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | 456M | Niva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |
