2004 Acura MDX vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | MDX | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 133 L |
