1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 28 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 173 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164, 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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1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 164 | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 140 L |