1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 230 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast 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 500 Superfast. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude, 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 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
