1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2013 Honda Insight

To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 395 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Ferrari Maranello 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 Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight, 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Ferrari Maranello 2013 Honda Insight
Make Ferrari Honda
Model Maranello Insight
Year Released 1996 2013
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5474 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 478 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 563 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.8 : 1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4377 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 114 L 40 L


 

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