1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2010 Acura CSX
To start off, 2010 Acura CSX is newer by 51 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura CSX weights approximately 268 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 2010 Acura CSX, 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 (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2010 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Acura |
| Model | 250 GT | CSX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 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 | 1045 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
