1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 43 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 148 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 660 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis, 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 60 L |
