2007 Acura RL vs. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano

To start off, both 2007 Acura RL and 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano. 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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL. 2007 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano has manual transmission. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano 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 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano
Make Acura Ferrari
Model RL 599 GTB Fiorano
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 612 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 7600 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 608 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
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 1765 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 21.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 105 L


 

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