1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 31 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 239 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. 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, 1990 Honda Civic, 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 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 250 GT | Civic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
