1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1991 Honda Legend

To start off, 1991 Honda Legend is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1991 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Legend weights approximately 600 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.

Because 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Ferrari 250 GTO 1991 Honda Legend
Make Ferrari Honda
Model 250 GTO Legend
Year Released 1965 1991
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2952 cc 3206 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 296 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 950 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1420 mm


 

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