2002 Acura RSX vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura RSX weights approximately 307 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX, 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | RSX | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 133 L |
