1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1970 Lotus 72
To start off, 1970 Lotus 72 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,993 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lotus 72 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lotus 72 (429 HP @ 10000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lotus 72 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 Lotus 72.
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 | 1970 Lotus 72 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | 72 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 10000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 530 kg |
