2000 Acura TL vs. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 2000 Acura TL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura TL weights approximately 35 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Because 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast 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 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL, 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL. 2000 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Acura TL | 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | TL | 500 Superfast |
Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
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 | 1575 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |