1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 475 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ferrari 456M 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 1998 Ferrari 456M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord, 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 456M | Accord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 65 L |
