2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari 456M. (435 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F430 | 456M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 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 | 1525 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 110 L |
