1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1973 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1973 Mini Clubman is newer by 15 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 258 more horse power than 1973 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1973 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa weights approximately 120 kg more than 1973 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Mini Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mini Clubman.
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1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1973 Mini Clubman | |
Make | Ferrari | Mini |
Model | 250 Testarossa | Clubman |
Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2040 mm |