2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2001 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 1 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Ferrari 456M. (436 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2001 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Ferrari Maranello.
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 Maranello (589 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 456M. (540 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Maranello | 2001 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Maranello | 456M |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 509 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 95 L |
