1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1997 Honda Legend
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 260 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE 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 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1997 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 250 GTE | Legend |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 68 L |
