1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1991 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1991 Honda Shuttle is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 512 kg more than 1991 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ferrari 512 BB 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 512 BB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle, 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 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1991 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 512 BB | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1395 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
