1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 50 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 965 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 | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | 599 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 105 L |
