1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord 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 591 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ferrari F50 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 F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord. 1978 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | F50 | Accord |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 50 L |