1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2002 Honda Accord

To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 43 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 78 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 150 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, 2002 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 2002 Honda Accord
Make Ferrari Honda
Model 250 GT Accord
Year Released 1959 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2952 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 99 mm
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 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 64 L