2009 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 599 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ferrari 599 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 2010 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2010 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Honda | Ferrari |
| Model | Civic | 599 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 105 L |
