2000 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | NSX | 612 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3208 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 589 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2960 mm |