1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic, 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, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 400 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 400 | Civic |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |