2002 Ferrari 456M vs. 2008 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2002 Ferrari 456M. (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 456M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari 456M. (551 Nm). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 456M | 2008 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 456M | 612 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 105 L |
