1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Toyota Camry 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 250 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, 1986 Toyota Camry, 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (146 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 250 Testarossa | Camry |
Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |