1994 Audi V8 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 is newer by 36 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 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi V8 | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 140 L |
