2000 Acura TL vs. 1996 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari 550 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 1996 Ferrari 550. 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL. 2000 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 550 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 1996 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | TL | 550 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 114 L |
