1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 550 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
