1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 42 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 245 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Z weights approximately 160 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Z |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 35 L |
