1995 Ferrari F55 vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F55 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F55 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F55 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F55 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1970 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 F55 (759 Nm) has 693 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F55 | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F55 | S600 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 725 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 35 L |
