1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2008 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe 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 40 more horse power than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2008 Maserati Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Maserati Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 2008 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 456M | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 4242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 88 L |
