1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 27 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 208 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 584 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight, 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 400 | Insight |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 167 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 40 L |