1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 94 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Because 1998 Ferrari F355 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 F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | F355 | Accord |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |