1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant 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 136 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 720 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Galant |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 67 L |
