2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 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 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 550 | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 61 L |