2001 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F399. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F399 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2001 Acura NSX. (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura NSX.
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 (542 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F399. (373 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F399.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | NSX | F399 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
