2010 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ferrari 456 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 1992 Ferrari 456. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Impala | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Impala | 456 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 110 L |
