1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1999 Lexus SC
To start off, 1999 Lexus SC is newer by 41 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus SC weights approximately 675 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1999 Lexus SC | |
Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
Model | 250 Testarossa | SC |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |