1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1991 Honda Legend

To start off, 1991 Honda Legend is newer by 33 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Legend weights approximately 505 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.

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, 1991 Honda Legend, 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, 1991 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ferrari 250 GT 1991 Honda Legend
Make Ferrari Honda
Model 250 GT Legend
Year Released 1958 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 3206 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 240 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1045 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1420 mm


 

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