1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1989 Honda Accord

To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 114 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1973 Ferrari Dino 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 Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, 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 Dino (226 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Ferrari Dino 1989 Honda Accord
Make Ferrari Honda
Model Dino Accord
Year Released 1973 1989
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2418 cc 1955 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 193 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 7600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 166 Nm
Engine Bore Size 92.5 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 59.9 mm 91 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 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1116 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2610 mm


 

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