1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 600 kg more than 1958 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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Camaro | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Camaro | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 140 L |