2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 Ferrari 456M. (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 2001 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano.
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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 456M. (540 Nm). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 456M | 599 GTB Fiorano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 105 L |
