1979 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1979 Autobianchi A 112 is newer by 20 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 239 more horse power than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa weights approximately 125 kg more than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Autobianchi A 112, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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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1979 Autobianchi A 112 | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Autobianchi | Ferrari |
Model | A 112 | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 928 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 140 L |