1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1952 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 255 S. (208 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 255 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ferrari 255 S weights approximately 50 kg more than 1958 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 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1952 Ferrari 255 S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | 255 S |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 159 L |
