1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 454 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade, 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 250 GT | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
