1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1989 Honda Prelude is newer by 30 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 126 more horse power than 1989 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Honda Prelude. 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, 1989 Honda Prelude, 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 250 GT | Prelude |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |