1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 221 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 75 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 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 55 L |
