1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 33 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 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (184 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 473 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ferrari 400 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 1979 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V, 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V. 2012 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 400 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 58 L |