1967 Ferrari 365 California vs. 1975 Honda Life
To start off, 1975 Honda Life is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 California. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 California would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 California weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ferrari 365 California 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 1967 Ferrari 365 California. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda Life, 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (363 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 365 California | 1975 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 365 California | Life |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 61 L |
