1999 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari California weights approximately 435 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ferrari California 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 2011 Ferrari California. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2011 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2011 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Honda | Ferrari |
| Model | Civic | California |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
