2012 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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 502 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 476 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 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 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (172 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Civic | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Honda | Ferrari |
| Model | Civic | 599 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1294 kg | 1770 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 105 L |
