1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 400 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
