2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 489 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic, 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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Maranello | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Maranello | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 509 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1186 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 50 L |
