1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 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 178 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 555 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 M | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 512 M | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3471 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
