2009 Acura TL vs. 2010 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 599 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura TL would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 164 kg more than 2010 Ferrari 599.
Because 2010 Ferrari 599 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 2009 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2010 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2010 Ferrari 599 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2010 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | TL | 599 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |
