1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 670 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Honda Accord weights approximately 23 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Because 1996 Ferrari F50 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 F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 1980 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | F50 | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 126 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 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 | 907 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 50 L |