1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Mazda 626 is newer by 34 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) has 190 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 380 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, 1992 Mazda 626, 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) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (157 Nm). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 250 Testarossa | 626 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 106 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 157 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |