1990 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1971 Honda 1300
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 990 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300, 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, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari 412 GT | 1971 Honda 1300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 412 GT | 1300 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1296 cc |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 35 L |