2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III, 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 Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari Maranello | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Maranello | N III |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
