1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 64 L |
