1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1989 Ford Corsair is newer by 31 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 167 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 390 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, 1989 Ford Corsair, 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 Testarossa | Corsair |
Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |