1988 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Ferrari California
To start off, 2010 Ferrari California is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic.
Because 2010 Ferrari California 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 2010 Ferrari California. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic, 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, 2010 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 2010 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Honda | Ferrari |
| Model | Civic | California |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1308 mm |
