1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa

To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 26 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 153 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 480 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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1985 Dodge Conquest 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
Make Dodge Ferrari
Model Conquest 250 Testarossa
Year Released 1985 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2555 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 143 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 7200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 800 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1020 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2360 mm