2008 Acura RL vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura RL would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ferrari 458 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ferrari 458. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | RL | 458 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1211 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 86 L |
