1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 14 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 125 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 865 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express. 2012 Chevrolet Express 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. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 456M | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 456M | Express |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 117 L |