1954 Bugatti Type 101 vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bugatti Type 101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bugatti Type 101 would be higher. At 3,256 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Bugatti Type 101 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Bugatti Type 101. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1954 Bugatti Type 101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bugatti Type 101 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bugatti Type 101 | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
| Model | Type 101 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3256 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 680 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2260 mm |
