2004 Acura MDX vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (235 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 609 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | MDX | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| 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 | 265 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 140 L |
