2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Ferrari F550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic 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 318 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (167 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari F550 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F550 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
