1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 15 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. 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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Honda | Ferrari |
| Model | Prelude | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2649 mm |
