1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 12 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1956 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 250 GT | Civic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
