1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 23 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 249 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | 9 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 38 L |
