2001 Acura NSX vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
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 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa 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 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 775 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | NSX | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| 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 | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
