2001 Acura NSX vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 335 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | NSX | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 262 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |