1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 17 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 215 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 200 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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, 1975 Lancia Beta, 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Beta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 49 L |
