2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ferrari 612 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 2006 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 612 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 50 L |
