1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 84 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima, 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 456M | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 76 L |
