1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX 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 542 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 332 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari F50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | F50 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |