2006 Acura MDX vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (232 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 145 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | MDX | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| 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 | 253 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 140 L |
