1974 AMC Matador vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 15 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 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 992 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. 1974 AMC Matador 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. 1974 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Matador | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 140 L |
