1995 Acura Legend vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 185 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE 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 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Acura Legend | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | Legend | 250 GTE |
Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 140 L |