1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1986 Ferrari F1 86
To start off, 1986 Ferrari F1 86 is newer by 28 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, 1986 Ferrari F1 86 (839 HP @ 11500 RPM) has 543 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari F1 86 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 255 kg more than 1986 Ferrari F1 86.
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 | 1986 Ferrari F1 86 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | F1 86 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 839 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 11500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
