1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1988 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1988 Honda Concerto is newer by 29 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1988 Honda Concerto. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 150 kg more than 1988 Honda Concerto. 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, 1988 Honda Concerto, 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1988 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 250 GT | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
