2006 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ferrari 458 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2013 Ferrari 458 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 2013 Ferrari 458. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Honda | Ferrari |
| Model | Accord | 458 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1211 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 86 L |
