2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 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 60 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. (376 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 840 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 456M | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1160 mm |
