2001 Acura NSX vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GT (251 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 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 80 kg more than 1963 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1963 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | NSX | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
