1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 54 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 103 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 279 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, 2011 Honda Accord, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 250 GT | Accord |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |