1999 Ferrari 360 vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1999 Ferrari 360 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Ferrari 360. (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 Ferrari 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari 360 | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 360 | 456 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3588 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 436 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 110 L |