1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 1974 Renault 12 is newer by 15 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 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 243 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Renault 12, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1974 Renault 12 | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 250 Testarossa | 12 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |