2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2001 Ferrari F550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Ferrari F550.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 F550 (570 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari F550 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari F550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F550 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
