1960 Ferrari 256 F1 vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 (292 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa weights approximately 124 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1.
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.
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1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 256 F1 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1960 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 88 L |