1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2002 Opel Signum is newer by 44 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 2002 Opel Signum. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 580 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, 2002 Opel Signum, 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, 2002 Opel Signum (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2002 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Signum |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 209 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 | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 60 L |
