2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 9 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 395 kg more than 2010 Ford C-Max. 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, 2010 Ford C-Max, 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford C-Max. (240 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 456M | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2648 mm |
