1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 11 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. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 605 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 | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
