1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour

To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 53 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 125 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 117 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.

Because 1959 Ferrari 410 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 410 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
Make Ferrari Honda
Model 410 Superamerica Accord Crosstour
Year Released 1959 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4962 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 396 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1747 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4999 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1897 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1669 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2797 mm


 

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