1997 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1978 Honda Civic
To start off, 1997 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 967 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari Maranello | 1978 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Maranello | Civic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
