1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 160 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 | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| 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 | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 125 L |
