2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia

To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 524 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Vamos 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
Make Honda Ferrari
Model Vamos 458 Italia
Year Released 2002 2012
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 656 cc 4500 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 46 HP 570 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 9000 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 539 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed automated manual
Vehicle Length 3410 mm 4526 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1938 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2649 mm


 

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