2002 Ferrari 456M vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 7 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2002 Ferrari 456M. (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 599.
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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari 456M. (551 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari 456M. 2009 Ferrari 599 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. 2009 Ferrari 599 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 456M | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 456M | 599 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| 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 | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 105 L |
