1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 675 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.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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.
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1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 250 Testarossa | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 64 L |