1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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 124 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 35 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1996 Honda Accord, 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 250 GT | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |