2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 4 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 456M.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. (510 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 456M | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |
