1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 2000 Honda City
To start off, 2000 Honda City is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ferrari 308 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 1973 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 308 | 2000 Honda City | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 308 | City |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |