2010 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari 599. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari 599 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 457 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2008 Ferrari 599 has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ferrari 599 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Civic | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Honda | Ferrari |
| Model | Civic | 599 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4458 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1397 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 105 L |
