1993 BMW 856 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1993 BMW 856 is newer by 34 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 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 856 | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
