2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 2001 Fiat Stilo
To start off, both 2001 Ferrari 456M and 2001 Fiat Stilo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 675 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Ferrari 456M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2001 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 456M | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 49 L |
