1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 117 more horse power than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 758 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 250 Testarossa | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 60 L |