1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1945 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1945 Ford Taunus. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1945 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Ford Taunus weights approximately 30 kg more than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1945 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 34 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |
