1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 16 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 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 605 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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1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Valiant | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3522 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |