1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1992 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 3 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 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 45 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 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 1995 Ferrari 512 M. 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1992 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 512 M | Accord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2156 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
