1996 Honda CRX vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Ferrari 456 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 1993 Ferrari 456. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX. 1993 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Honda | Ferrari |
| Model | CRX | 456 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
