1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster 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. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 250 Testarossa | Phantom |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 448 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 100 L |