1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 825 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Testarossa | 356 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 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 | 1585 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2110 mm |
