2000 Acura RL vs. 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 760 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL, 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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2000 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Acura RL | 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | RL | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 133 L |