1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1954 Ferrari 195
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 195. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 195 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 195 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 195. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 195. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 195 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 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 500 Testarossa | 1954 Ferrari 195 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | 195 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
