2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 1975 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic.
Because 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica 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 575 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 1975 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 575 Superamerica | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
