1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2000 Honda City
To start off, 2000 Honda City is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 515 kg more than 2000 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Ferrari 512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda City, 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 512 M | 2000 Honda City | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 512 M | City |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1343 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |