1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. 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, 1990 Honda Legend, 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 456 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5472 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |
