2003 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic 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 577 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 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, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Enzo | 1998 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Enzo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 651 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 658 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
