1992 Acura NSX vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1992 Acura NSX is newer by 33 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Acura NSX. (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1992 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | NSX | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
