1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2001 Honda City
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 36 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 302 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 600 kg more than 2001 Honda City. 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, 2001 Honda City, 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2001 Honda City | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 500 Superfast | City |
Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |