1999 Ferrari 360 vs. 1975 Honda 145
To start off, 1999 Ferrari 360 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 would be higher. At 3,588 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1975 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ferrari 360 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 1999 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 145, 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, 1999 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari 360 | 1975 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 360 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
