2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2001 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 5 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera.
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, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (542 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 456M. (540 Nm). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2001 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Brera | 456M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 5473 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
