1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT is newer by 9 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 192 more horse power than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT weights approximately 16 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Ferrari |
| Model | TX-GT | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 140 L |
