1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 45 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 252 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru R2 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 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, 2003 Subaru R2 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | R2 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 30 L |
