1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 266 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 250 GT | Civic |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
