1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 45 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 580 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, 2007 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 250 GTE | Civic |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 50 L |