1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 53 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 115 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (181 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 978 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 250 Testarossa | Captiva |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4673 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2707 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 65 L |