1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Acura EL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 161 kg more than 1999 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL, 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Acura |
| Model | 250 GT | EL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2619 mm |
