2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F430 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
