1999 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ferrari F430 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 2009 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Step Wagon, 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Step Wagon | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Honda | Ferrari |
| Model | Step Wagon | F430 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
