2001 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
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 F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2001 Acura NSX. (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F50. (521 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F50. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1999 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | NSX | F50 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 10497 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
