1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1978 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1978 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 19 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 465 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 | 1978 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 27 L |
