1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1984 Honda HP-X
To start off, 1984 Honda HP-X is newer by 25 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Honda HP-X is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 85 kg more than 1984 Honda HP-X.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1984 Honda HP-X has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Honda HP-X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1984 Honda HP-X | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 250 GT | HP-X |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1155 kg |