2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 590 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena 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 KS 360 Modena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 633 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1998 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
