1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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, 2008 Honda Civic, 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic 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. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F50 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 87.3 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 50 L |
