2002 Ferrari 456M vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 456M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 456M (400 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 928. (317 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 928.
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, 2002 Ferrari 456M (551 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 928. (430 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 928. 1990 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari 456M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 456M | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 456M | 928 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
