1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1964 Honda S600
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S600 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 617 more horse power than 1964 Honda S600. (54 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1964 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 1964 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F50 | S600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 65 mm |
| Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 25 L |
