1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 54 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1034 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |
