1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 39 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 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, 1998 Ford F-150 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 | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3050 mm |
