2001 Acura Integra vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 298 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra, 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (246 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | Integra | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
