1995 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 335 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Ferrari 512 TR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 512 TR | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
