1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe is newer by 44 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar R Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2003 Jaguar R Coupe | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 250 Testarossa | R Coupe |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 69 L |