1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 18 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 360 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 | 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| 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 | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
