2011 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Ferrari 456

To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 Ferrari 456 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 1993 Ferrari 456. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Honda Civic 1993 Ferrari 456
Make Honda Ferrari
Model Civic 456
Year Released 2011 1993
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1800 cc 5474 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 435 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1284 kg 1695 kg
Vehicle Length 4503 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1753 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1435 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 110 L


 

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