1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 54 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 65 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 254 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, 2013 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 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 250 GT | Accord |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
