1993 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ferrari 458 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 165 kg more than 2013 Ferrari 458.
Because 2013 Ferrari 458 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 2013 Ferrari 458. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2013 Ferrari 458 has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ferrari 458 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
Make | Honda | Ferrari |
Model | Legend | 458 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 4499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4527 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1937 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1213 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |