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Ferrari 456 M GT 5.5 V12 (442 Hp)
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Ferrari 456:
The Ferrari 456 and 456M are front-engine grand tourers which were produced by Italian automobile manufacturer Ferrari from 1992 to 2003. The 456 succeeded the front-engine 412 as the company's V12-powered four-seater. The updated 456M, which was the last Ferrari model to use pop-up headlamps, was replaced in 2004 by the 612 Scaglietti.
Introduced in October 1993, the 456 was designed by Pietro Camardella at Pininfarina. The designer took heavy inspiration from the 365 GTB Daytona when designing the car. It was available in GT and GTA trims. The former has a six-speed manual, and the latter has a four-speed automatic developed in partnership with FF Developments, in Livonia, Michigan. The automatic transmission used in the 456 was the second and last conventional hydraulic automatic transmission with a torque converter to be offered by Ferrari. The 5,473. 91 cc 65° V12 engine was derived from the Dino V6 rather than the more conventional 60° V12s used in the 412 and Daytona. It is rated at 325 kW; 436 hp , with 4 valves per cylinder and Bosch Motronic M2. 7 engine management. Ferrari claims it could push the 1,690 kg car to a top speed of 309 km/h , making it, at the time, the world's second fastest production four-seater automobile behind the Porsche 959. Acceleration from 0-97 km/h takes 4. 8 seconds, with a 13. 3 second quarter-mile time. At the time of its development, the 456 was the most powerful regular production road car ever developed by Ferrari. In 1996, the engine management system was changed to a Motronic M5. 2 management and the engine with the updated system was given the F116C code. The V12 in the 456 is considered by some to be one of Ferrari’s more reliable engines, not having many of the major issues and servicing requirements of other Ferrari models....(Read more on Wikipedia)
M Overview:
Ferrari 456 (M). With 550 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1690 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 5.2 s). The top speed reaches 300 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Ferrari 456M was not tested by Euro NCAP, which is typical for low-volume, high-performance luxury vehicles of its era. Safety features are rudimentary by modern standards.
GT 5.5 V12 (442 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The naturally aspirated 5.5L V12 delivers exhilarating power and a classic Ferrari soundtrack, offering robust acceleration (0-100 km/h in 5.2s) suitable for high-speed grand touring.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a large displacement V12, fuel economy is very poor, with high urban consumption (35.1 l/100 km) making it costly for daily city driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic naturally aspirated V12 engine
- • Exhilarating performance and sound
- • Timeless Pininfarina design
- • Luxurious grand touring capabilities
- • Exclusivity and brand prestige
Cons:
- • Very high fuel consumption
- • Expensive maintenance and running costs
- • Limited practicality for daily use
- • Potentially complex electronics for its age
- • High depreciation initially, though now appreciating as a classic
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(456: 1996 - 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ferrari |
| Model: | 456 |
| Generation: | M |
| Modification (Engine): | GT 5.5 V12 (442 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 442 Hp @ 6250 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 80.7 Hp/l [33mm more] |
| Torque: | 550 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Tipo F116C More details about the engine Tipo F116C |
| Engine displacement: | 5474 |
| Number of cylinders: | 12 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 10 l |
| Coolant: | 20 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 88 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 35.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 21.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 3 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 300 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.8 kg/Hp, 261.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.1 kg/Nm, 325.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1690 |
| Max. weight: | 2100 |
| Max load: | 410 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 316 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 110 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4763 mm mm [33mm more] |
| Width: | 1920 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1300 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2600 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1585 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1606 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 119 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.6 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 285/40 R17 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
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