1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 43 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 178 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 326 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 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 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Civic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1264 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 50 L |
