2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari 456M 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 301 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 456M.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari 456M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tata |
| Model | 456M | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
