2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari F430 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 350 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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, 2012 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | F430 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1250 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
