2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 360 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ferrari 360 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 2005 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 360 | 1985 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 360 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
