1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 13 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 881 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 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 87 L |
