1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 55 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 296 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 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, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 2013 BMW X6 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. 2013 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | X6 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 85 L |
