1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 169 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari 456M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 456M | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 76 L |
