1986 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia

To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz.

Because 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Jazz, 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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Honda Jazz 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
Make Honda Ferrari
Model Jazz 458 Italia
Year Released 1986 2012
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1231 cc 4500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 44 HP 570 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 9000 RPM
Torque 82 Nm 539 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 6000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4526 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1938 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2649 mm


 

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