1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (242 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 730 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2687 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 258 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 64 L |
