1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 630 kg more than 1989 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ferrari 512 TR 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 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 512 TR | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1396 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
