2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 8 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. Both 2000 Ferrari 550 and 1992 Ferrari 456 are equipped with a 5,474 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 456. (435 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 456. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 456. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 456. 1992 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 550 | 456 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.4 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 110 L |
