1974 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1974 Cadillac Brougham 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 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Brougham. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1530 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:
| 1974 Cadillac Brougham | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Brougham | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5950 mm | 4180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2360 mm |
