1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 38 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 187 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 585 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, 1997 Peugeot 406, 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 | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | 250 Testarossa | 406 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |