2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 247 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, 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 Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari Maranello | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Maranello | Legend |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 60 L |
