2003 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 456. (436 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 456. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2003 Ferrari Enzo.
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, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 456. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 456.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Enzo | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Enzo | 456 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 651 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 658 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 110 L |
