2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,307 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Ferrari F430.
Because 2004 Ferrari F430 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 2004 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend, 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, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari F430 | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F430 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4307 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 68 L |
