1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 50 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) has 245 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 145 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, 2008 Fiat Punto, 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) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (145 Nm). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
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1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 250 Testarossa | Punto |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 65 L |