1958 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Biarritz. (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 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:
| 1958 Cadillac Biarritz | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Biarritz | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2360 mm |
