1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 400 | Today |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
