1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 51 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Taurus weights approximately 166 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, 2009 Ford Taurus, 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 76 L |
