1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 11 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Maserati GranTurismo. (320 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2009 Maserati GranTurismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 265 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Maserati GranTurismo. (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Maserati GranTurismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 2009 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 456M | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 86 L |
