2008 Ferrari 360 vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 360 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Ferrari 360.
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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 360 | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 360 | 456M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 5473 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 435 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 110 L |
