1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1971 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1971 Ginetta G21 is newer by 13 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 2,953 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 211 more horse power than 1971 Ginetta G21. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1971 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa weights approximately 63 kg more than 1971 Ginetta G21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ginetta G21. (123 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1971 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ginetta |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | G21 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 45 L |
