1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 53 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 158 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Croma weights approximately 705 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, 2011 Fiat Croma, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Croma.
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1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 250 Testarossa | Croma |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 62 L |