1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 618 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ferrari 456M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ferrari 456M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 456M | Altima |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 76 L |
