2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 13 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 248 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2006 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 2006 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F430 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 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 | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
