1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1953 Ford Popular
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular 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 @ 7200 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa weights approximately 65 kg more than 1953 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1953 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Popular |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| 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 | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2300 mm |
