1991 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 22 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 4,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ferrari 458 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ferrari 458 weights approximately 380 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 2013 Ferrari 458 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 2013 Ferrari 458. 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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Honda | Ferrari |
| Model | Accord | 458 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
