1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 1990 Lada Niva is newer by 31 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 220 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Niva weights approximately 350 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1990 Lada Niva 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, 1990 Lada Niva 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1990 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Niva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 43 L |
