1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2006 Mazda B2300

To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 48 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 153 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 558 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa 2006 Mazda B2300
Make Ferrari Mazda
Model 250 Testarossa B2300
Year Released 1958 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 2260 cc
Horse Power 296 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3750 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1358 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1020 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 140 L 62 L


 

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