1999 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2013 Acura ILX

To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 289 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 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 1999 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX, 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, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Ferrari Maranello 2013 Acura ILX
Make Ferrari Acura
Model Maranello ILX
Year Released 1999 2013
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5474 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 8 valves
Horse Power 478 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 563 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.8
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1356 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1794 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1412 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 114 L 50 L


 

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