1989 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1984 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ferrari 412 GT 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 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 412 GT | 1984 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 412 GT | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
