1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ferrari 456 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 1992 Ferrari 456. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 456 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 61 L |
