1994 Acura Integra vs. 1996 Ferrari 550
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Acura Integra would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1994 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1994 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari 550 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 1996 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Acura Integra, 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura Integra. 1994 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Acura Integra | 1996 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | Integra | 550 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 114 L |