1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 12 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 368 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 835 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. 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, 2010 Toyota iQ, 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 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 456M | iQ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 32 L |
