1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 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 347 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 2000 Honda Civic, 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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 456 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 456 | Civic |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5472 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 50 L |