2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 432 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ferrari 360 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 2001 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 360 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
