1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Daimler | Ferrari |
Model | One-O-Four | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3468 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |