2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 360 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 124 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 222 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
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, 2012 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 360 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
