1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Charger is newer by 12 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 560 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.
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1971 Chrysler Charger | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Charger | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |