2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2009 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 5,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 2009 Ferrari 456M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Lumina | 456M |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5799 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 436 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1690 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |