1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1994 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1994 Honda Prelude is newer by 37 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Prelude weights approximately 10 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1994 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 (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1994 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 250 GT | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
