2012 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 20 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 253 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 42 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox, 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Equinox | 456 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 110 L |
