2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 2001 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Prius 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 365 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Toyota Prius. 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, 2001 Toyota Prius, 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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 2001 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 456M | Prius |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
