1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 52 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 135 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC.
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, 2010 Scion tC, 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC. 2010 Scion tC 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. 2010 Scion tC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2010 Scion tC | |
Make | Ferrari | Scion |
Model | 250 Testarossa | tC |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 55 L |