1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky 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 262 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 456M | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Ferrari | Saturn |
Model | 456M | Sky |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 49 L |