1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1967 Honda S800
To start off, 1967 Honda S800 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 920 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1967 Honda S800 | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 410 Superamerica | S800 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4962 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |