2003 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 429 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Maranello | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Maranello | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 50 L |
