1999 Acura Integra vs. 1996 Ferrari Maranello

To start off, 1999 Acura Integra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1999 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 475 kg more than 1999 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Ferrari Maranello 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 Maranello. 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura Integra. 1999 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari Maranello 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.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Acura Integra 1996 Ferrari Maranello
Make Acura Ferrari
Model Integra Maranello
Year Released 1999 1996
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1795 cc 5474 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 478 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 563 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 75 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 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 114 L


 

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