1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. Both 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa and 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO are equipped with a 2,953 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 115 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 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 | 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 133 L |
