2002 Ferrari 456M vs. 2002 Audi TT
To start off, both 2002 Ferrari 456M and 2002 Audi TT were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 456M (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2002 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 430 kg more than 2002 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Ferrari 456M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi TT, 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, 2002 Ferrari 456M (551 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi TT. (210 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi TT. 2002 Audi TT 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. 2002 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 456M | 2002 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 456M | TT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
