1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Vega 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 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 215 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 205 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 Chevrolet Vega 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 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Vega | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 140 L |
