2007 Acura RL vs. 2003 Ferrari Enzo

To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari Enzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari Enzo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Ferrari Enzo.

Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari Enzo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL. 2007 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari Enzo has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari Enzo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Acura RL 2003 Ferrari Enzo
Make Acura Ferrari
Model RL Enzo
Year Released 2007 2003
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3471 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 651 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 658 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 75.2 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1305 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 95 L