1995 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1995 Honda Accord

To start off, both 1995 Ferrari 512 TR and 1995 Honda Accord were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 275 kg more than 1995 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 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, 1995 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 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ferrari 512 TR 1995 Honda Accord
Make Ferrari Honda
Model 512 TR Accord
Year Released 1995 1995
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 1997 cc
Horse Power 422 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 6750 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 501 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 88 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2730 mm


 

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