1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 54 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (280 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1864 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 2012 Chevrolet Express 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. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Express |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 117 L |
