1999 Acura Integra vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1999 Acura Integra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura Integra weights approximately 220 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura Integra. 1999 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Acura Integra | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | Integra | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 133 L |