1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Subaru Leone is newer by 16 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 217 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Subaru Leone weights approximately 140 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
Model | 250 Testarossa | Leone |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |