1985 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 705 kg more than 2008 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element 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 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 412 GT | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 412 GT | Element |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 60 L |
