1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 is newer by 35 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 239 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 106. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 80 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, 1994 Peugeot 106, 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 | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | 250 Testarossa | 106 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1527 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 45 L |