1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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 400 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend, 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 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1998 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Legend |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 68 L |