1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2001 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ferrari F40 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 F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude, 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 F40 (575 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari F40 | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F40 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2934 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 73 L |
