1991 Honda Concerto 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 Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Concerto 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 563 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1991 Honda Concerto. 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 Concerto, 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 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Honda Concerto 2011 Ferrari 599
Make Honda Ferrari
Model Concerto 599
Year Released 1991 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1396 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 652 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 8250 RPM
Torque 113 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 6500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4666 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1961 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1336 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2751 mm


 

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