1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2007 Honda Accord

To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 49 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord.

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, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ferrari 250 GT 2007 Honda Accord
Make Ferrari Honda
Model 250 GT Accord
Year Released 1958 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 260 HP 253 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 65 L