1974 Honda Z vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Z would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 628 more horse power than 1974 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1974 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ferrari 599 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 2012 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda Z, 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Z | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Honda | Ferrari |
Model | Z | 599 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2751 mm |