2000 Acura TL vs. 2012 Ferrari FF
To start off, 2012 Ferrari FF is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura TL would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari FF (651 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari FF weights approximately 215 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 2012 Ferrari FF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ferrari FF (683 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 2012 Ferrari FF | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | TL | FF |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 651 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 683 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1379 mm |
