2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ferrari 456M 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 2009 Ferrari 456M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 456M | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 65 L |
