1991 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ferrari 599 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 2011 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Honda | Ferrari |
Model | Accord | 599 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2154 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |