1999 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 1999 Ferrari Maranello 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 Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari Maranello | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Maranello | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 50 L |
