1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Honda CR-V is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 400 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
