2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 904 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ferrari 456M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ferrari 456M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 456M | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2300 mm |
