1999 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1999 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 226 kg more than 1999 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | NSX | 575M Maranello |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 105 L |