2010 Ferrari 458 Italia vs. 1999 Acura CL
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura CL would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP) has 370 more horse power than 1999 Acura CL. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura CL weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura CL, 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. 1999 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia has manual transmission. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | 1999 Acura CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Acura |
| Model | 458 Italia | CL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 200 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1214 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2715 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 65 L |
