1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto, 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 250 GT | Concerto |
Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |