1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 208 | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 208 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 88 L |