1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1990 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1990 Honda Prelude is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1990 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 75 kg more than 1990 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude, 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1990 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 250 GT | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
