2001 Acura RL vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 495 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2001 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | RL | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
