1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon 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 @ 7200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
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 Hyundai Tiburon, 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2008 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
Model | 250 Testarossa | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 55 L |