1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 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 668 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 363 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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (160 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | F50 | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 376 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
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 | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 50 L |