2003 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Ferrari Enzo.
Because 2003 Ferrari Enzo 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 2003 Ferrari Enzo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX, 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, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Enzo | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Enzo | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 651 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 658 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
