1993 Ferrari 456 vs. 1992 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 456 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1992 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Ferrari 456. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 456 | 1992 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 456 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
