2008 Ferrari 599 vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 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 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari 456M. (435 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M. 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 456M. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 599 | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 599 | 456M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 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 | 1770 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 110 L |
