2009 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 508 kg more than 2013 Ferrari 458.
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, 2009 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Honda | Ferrari |
| Model | Accord | 458 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1211 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 86 L |
