1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 46 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 1785 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 144 L |
