1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ferrari 599 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 2011 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Honda | Ferrari |
Model | Prelude | 599 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2751 mm |